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9.4/ 10
Exceptional
The best choice in their niche
Joe Houghton runs Minnesota Property Group under RE/MAX Results out of Plymouth, and the numbers are the headline: 1,600-plus homes sold since 2002 and 183 Zillow reviews at a perfect 5.0. He's the high-volume, broad-coverage choice across the west metro — from Lake Minnetonka waterfront to first-time and move-up buyers — backed by a full team rather than a solo practice.
Pros
- ✓1,600+ homes sold since 2002 — one of the highest verified volumes in the west metro
- ✓183 Zillow reviews at a 5.0 average — an exceptionally deep review record
- ✓A full team (Minnesota Property Group / RE/MAX Results) covering waterfront, new construction, relocation and everyday buyers
Cons
- ✗A high-volume team means you may work with associates, not always Joe directly
- ✗Breadth over hyper-niche depth — a pure ultra-luxury estate seller might prefer a boutique specialist
- ✗Plymouth-based coverage is broad rather than concentrated on a single corridor
Agent overview
Joe Houghton has sold real estate across the Twin Cities west metro since 2002, building Minnesota Property Group under RE/MAX Results into one of the area's highest-volume practices — more than 1,600 homes closed and 183 Zillow reviews at a 5.0 average.
Operating out of Plymouth, his team covers a wide swath: Lake Minnetonka waterfront in Excelsior, Wayzata, Orono and Deephaven, plus Plymouth, Maple Grove, Eden Prairie and Edina. The pitch is range and reliability — a proven system and a deep review record across price points, from first-time buyers to lakefront.
Core specialties
High-Volume West Metro Coverage
With 1,600+ closings since 2002, Joe's team handles the full west metro across price points — waterfront, new construction, relocation and everyday residential — with a proven process behind each.
Lake Minnetonka Waterfront
Minnesota Property Group runs a dedicated Lake Minnetonka practice, covering the Excelsior–Wayzata–Orono shoreline alongside the broader metro.
Commission & fees
Standard RE/MAX commission structure through Minnesota Property Group; rates negotiated per transaction.
Who this agent is for
The Buyer Who Wants a Proven System
Wanting a high-volume, deeply-reviewed team with a track record across price points rather than a single solo agent.
The West Metro Seller
Selling anywhere from Plymouth and Maple Grove to Lake Minnetonka waterfront and wanting a team with 1,600+ closings and a 5.0 review record behind the listing.
Not for
Buyers set on a single boutique agent handling every step personally, or ultra-luxury estate sellers who want a pure top-tier specialist.
Verdict
Recommended across the west metro for buyers and sellers who value a proven, high-volume, exceptionally-reviewed team — especially Lake Minnetonka waterfront and move-up buyers.
Score: 9.4 / 10 · Exceptional
Areas served
Common questions about Joe Houghton
How many homes has Joe Houghton sold?
More than 1,600 since 2002, with 183 Zillow reviews at a 5.0 average.
Is Joe Houghton a solo agent or a team?
He leads Minnesota Property Group, a team under RE/MAX Results based in Plymouth.
How do I contact Joe Houghton?
Via mnpropertygroup.com, by phone at (763) 300-2702, or by email at joe@mnpropertygroup.com.
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